“Just follow outside of the corporation and I’ll l fix you” were the words of one whose lips had oft been wet with the honey dew of Steph’s bar, to our city marshal who was giving him some advice, relative to his own as well as his companion’s welfare, who (his companion) was unconsciously sponging his lodging upon John Kraker’s door step, overcome by the soothing potations of “forty-rod”. Our marshal not caring to be fixed kindly but firmly declined the invitation, whereupon the “speaker’ concluded to go whether he was followed or not. Loading up his sleepy friend he started; but whiskey is not so tame when taken in allopathy doses as to allow the patient to go off quietly, and this occasion proved no exception to the rule, for when the marshal was congratulating himself upon their departure, they hove in sight upon another street driving the horses as fast as possible and show their familiarity with the ring( circus not whiskey ring) wheeled their horses and drove them around in a circle some half dozen times, when a too short turn turned over the wagon spilling the “speaker’ , “the sleeper”, wagon box and all. Our Marshal at this juncture caught hold of the horse’s heads and had some assistants secure the “off one” of the boys; the “speaker” ran down through the hotel barn but was hotly pursued and finally caught by two citizens who kindly assisted the Marshal. Justice Fox required the “speaker” to pay $10 and costs while the sleeper got off with $ 3 and costs. We would like to call the attention of our city fathers to this matter of frequent drunks. Our streets are nightly made the scene of carnival and noise and dins may be heard until the “wee small hours”. This is most applicable on Saturday nights and we think some measures may be taken to have our little town quiet of an evening instead of wild with revelers and drunkenness. If our Marshal would “show his hand” with some of the ringleaders this evil might be checked.
The school picnic last Friday was a success in every respect. The day was fine, although the ground was damp in the forenoon from the heavy shower on Thursday. The table was spread at noon and it was quite amusing to see the boys and girls kneeling on boards and reaching for victuals. Under the management of several older ladies this part of the program was highly relished. The boys were somewhat selfish and paid more attention to baseball then to the ladies but take it all in all the day was profitably spent by all, with the exception of a few small boys who borrowed a strange horse that knew how to knick, for they were obliged to walk home and haul their demolished wagon by hand. Moral small boys should not be trusted with strange horses.
W.K. Shannon started west Tuesday last “Billy” is uncertain as where he is going but we trust wherever he locates he will meet with great success. He is greatly industrious young man and is sure to succeed.
There is nothing so solemn or beautiful in life as an exhibition of determination to be good- to vow to oneself upon the side of Right, of Truth, of God and the scene witnessed on the banks Yellow Creek last Sabbath by hundreds of people when thirty-one persons solemnized their marriage to Christ; in the rite of baptism will long be remembered. The gathering was immense, and there must have been at least 1500 people together; the morning was cloudy and cold but as if Heaven was anxious to reveal it self during the ceremony the sun shone out clear and bright. The opening services were short consisting of a hymn, a prayer by the reverend D.B. Byers and the usual questions to the candidates. Rev. Byers performed the ceremony for all. my space is too limited to give a full description of the ceremonies and I merely append the names of those who were baptized; Anna Hines, Mrs. L. Empey, Clara Hines, Mrs. George Whitmore, Emma Pierce, Bertha Lutz, Mrs. Eli Bolinger, Mrs. J. Barnes, Mary Smith, Sophia Rhuby, Viana Brener, Abby Yordy, and Alice Brenner, Filmore Lutz, Frank Lutz, Fred Clement, William Rummel, John Barnes, W.K. Shannon, Michael Shaffer, George Clement, Frank Krotzer, S.J. Butterbaugh, Eli Bolinger, Andrew Yeager, Harry Harris, Benjamin Straw, William Fiscus, George Whitmore, Lafayette Empey and Eugene Jenkins.
While Mr. T. Newcomer and Mr. R.M. Cook were starting to dinner in Mr. N's buggy, the horses started up suddenly and the seat being loose the start precipitated both gentlemen to the ground. Mr. Newcomer escaped with a few bruises, but Mr. Cook was not so fortunate falling upon his shoulder and dislocating his arm and fracturing his collar bone. At present writing, Mr. Cook is improving rapidly. Dr. J. I . Smith got the fracture and it was a difficult one and will add new laurels to Dr's crown as a first class physician, George Mastin who was catching for the Shannon Stars match at Mount Carroll last Friday broke his finger in the first inning. Dr. Barbank of Freeport set it on the grounds since which time Dr. D. A. Smith has been treating it with good results.
John Yordy's little girl Laura met with a singular accident last Sunday at his residence. While standing in the yard a cow of Mr. Y's hooked her running her horn in below her jaw bone coming out in the mouth producing a frightful wound. Dr. J. I Smith was called in who reports the little girl is doing nicely. Laura is but ten years old, but bore the pain of dressing the wound like a little heroine.
Miss Maggie Martin of Freeport is visiting friends in Shannon, making her headquarters at Dr. Mastin’s Miss Martin is a successful teacher in the Freeport Public Schools and had numerous friends in the vicinity.
Miss Mary Keck of Cedarville, is visiting at her uncles’s the Rev, S. A. Tobias.
Our National baseball nine goes to Lanark next week to play the second nine of Maple City’s.
“Setting Stars will rise again but falling stars will never rise.” Our Stars (the Shannon Stars Baseball Club) set down at Mt. Carroll last Friday on account of the accident to their catcher but they have only set not fallen and under the influence of practice which they very much lacked at Mt. Carroll they will certainly rise again. Don’t rust boys until the Red Stockings are beaten by you and you resume your place in the galaxy of stars.
Our coroner Dr. Thomas Smith has just returned from an inquest which he held Sunday night, over the body of Jacob Croly at the residence of Ransom Wilson, near Eagle Point. It appears Mr. Croly, went into the barn to get a gun for a squirrel hunt. The gun was standing behind the door and in reaching for it he got hold of the muzzle when the hammer caught on something and discharged the contents into his right arm pit completely lacerating the axillary artery. The accident occurred about eleven o’ clock in the forenoon. He lived about two hours and died of hemorrhage. The physicans were immediately summoned but could do nothing to arrest the bleeding. Mr. Croly was a middle age man with out family, we believe. The Jury rendered a verdict of accidental death.
Teachers are looking forward to the Teachers Institute to be held at Lanark in August, under the auspices of our efficient County Superintendent, with considerable pleasure. A good and profitable time is anticipated. The teachers of “little Carroll” always stand ready to avail themselves of every opportunity in the educational line, and will make the institute a great success.
The Drs. Smith of this place extracted a fatty tumor weighing two pounds from a Mrs. Clevidence residing near Loran, last week. The tumor was situated near the umbilical region and was of about three year’s growth. They reported her doing splendidly.
The Reverend Charles Rowe of Rockford brother of Mrs. Shannon of this place will preach in the Presbyterian Church in the Forenoon and evening next Sunday. Mr. Rowe is a splendid minister, and we doubt not will call out a large audience.
The fourth of July Celebration and Picnic held at Spring Valley under the auspices of the Misses Cowen and Willey, of that section, was a great success in the fullest sense of the that term. The old and the young from every point of the compass assembled with flags and banners in Mr. Leonard’s grove for patriotic devotions and a rich dinner in the woods. The Sunday schools of Shannon were present en masse. After dinner the happy multitude was regaled with music most fitting in its character, and short speeches from Messrs. Hicks, Albright of Brookville Cook and Chitty. Then came the merry-making of this day: swinging, grouping, lemonading, and at the bowery, somewhat distant, the: “airy graces in a tip-toe whirl”. The occasion was a bell chime pleasure; long live the Fourth of July!
Thos. J. Sizer came home Tuesday.
Mr. Charles Pyatt was in town last Monday.
Miss Kitty Moran has been visiting in Freeport.
School opened last Monday for a term of eight weeks.
A number of Shannonites were in Mt. Carroll on Tuesday.
Miss Alice Cook has returned from a week visit to Lanark.
H.D. Bentley has sold R.W. Henley of the village a fine piano.
The attendance at the caucuses Monday night was very large.
Rev. J. B. Rife and family will spend a week with friends in Wisconsin.
W.A. Hepfer has moved to the first house south of the Methodist Church.
The Easter services of at the Catholic Church were more then usually interesting.
Rev. I.A. Sites will preach morning an evenings at the Presbyterian Church, tomorrow
There will be a meeting of the Supervisors at Mount Carroll, on the 28 inst
Extra copies of The Express containing the tax list for 1880 can be obtained at this office.
Found--- A large bottle of perfume which the owner can have by paying for this notice.
Rev. M. Cooley of Lanark preached an able sermon last Sunday evening at the Presbyterian Church.
Rev. W. A. Unangst of Davis will preach tomorrow at the Evangelical Church.
The annual celebration of the Odd Fellows, for 1881 will be held at Rochelle, on the 26th inst.
The Barber Shop has been moved a few feet to the eastward to make way for a well on the west side.
Hot coffee and lunch on short notice at Mrs. Springstead’s.
Mrs. Emily Speenberg has given Thomas J. Sizer a warranty deed for lot 5 block 9 in Shannon.
The Young people of Shannon enjoyed a pleasant party at the Red Ribbon Hall Thursday evening. Giblers band of Freeport furnished the music.
The delinquent tax list published in this issue of the Express has occupied so much of our time this week that we were unable to give the usual amount of local news.
The school report is unavoidably crowded out this week. It will appear for two weeks in the next issue.
Please remember we are “Boss Head Quarters” for: Teas, Green and Roasted Coffees, Syrups and Dried and Canned Fruit etc. - Geo M. Lashell
The Rev. Mr. S.A,. Miller the new Evangelical Minister will not fill his appointment until after the Rev. Rife’s removal, which will be about the first of May.
Wanted –A girl to do general house work. Family small and good wages. German preferred. B. Israel, Lanark Ill.
The weather has been fine during most of the week and farmers have improved the time by plowing wherever a dry spot could be found. The first plowing of the season was done last Saturday.
Before purchasing Boys boots and shoes or ladies or Misses and children’s footwear you are respectfully invited to examine my custom made goods every pair warranted. I have cheap goods if you must have them. - Geo. M. Lashell
Choice confectionary, oranges and lemons at Mrs. Springstead’s.
Peter Speenburg is confined to the house from a bilious attack: was very sick yesterday.
Luscious Oysters in all styles at Groves bakery.
Had all the temperance men working on the street on Election Day as Mr. Speenburg did the laugh would have been on the other side.
For a nice oyster stew go to S.T. Grove.
Mr. Lang is getting his new building well underway and will soon have it ready for his family and market. When complete it will add much to the beauty of that part of town.
Fresh Oysters just received at the bakery.
Stephen Thometz, has sold to M. Richards part of lot 1 in block 26 village of Shannon and part of the Southeast quarter of 18, 25, range 7 for $ 2, 700.
For Evergreen trees call on Mr. Nutt two miles north of Shannon.
The Jury in the liquor case of S. Thometz, appealed from the lower court and tried before Judge Eustace last week assessed a fine of tow hundred dollars. The Spring Stead case has been held over until next term of court.
A good grade of Bull for sale – two years old past. - J. Naughey
Mr. John Rodgers is the champion parsnip-raiser in the vicinity and has some fine specimens from his gardens will show. A parsnip measuring twenty inches in length and fifteen in circumference is considerable but John raises plenty of them.
Fresh pies, cookies and cakes always on hand at Mrs. Springstead’s Restaurant.
Those who attended the lecture last Monday evening by John Moffat speak of it as one of the best entertainments of the season. Some are of the opinion that excelled the lecture of Dr. Thomas. The election excitement prevented many from attending and the house was not full. The proceeds were too small to divide and turned over to the lecturer.
Miss Sophia Glasser has opened a dress making establishment at Miss Osgood’s millinery store where it will be a pleasure to meet her many friends and acquaintances who may wish to patronize her. She is prepared to do all kinds of dressmaking on short notice and at moderate prices.
The city election was an extremely quiet affair. The vote was very light and resulted in the election of the entire ticket.
Trustees: M. Schauer received 78 votes, J.F. Franklin 72, and J. Kraker 70 against: C. Hines 65, J.S. Lashell 63, and Jacob S. Shelly 63 For Clerk: William Dodds 136 votes no opposition. For Police Magistrate: John Rodgers 68, Wm. Rummel 64.
Go to Mrs. Springstead’s Restaurant for fresh canned goods of all kinds Tomatoes, Boston Baked Beans, Sugar corn, Lima Beans, Fresh Mackerel, Fresh Columbia Salmon, Sardines, Union Oysters, Oranges and Lemons.
The snow has had its day for this year in obstructing public roads and at the present time floods seem to predominate especially so along the Rock River. The washing away of a culvert east of Durand and the water in some places to the depth of four feet on several miles of track has caused the suspension of trains from the east for nearly a week. The Pecatonia River at Freeport has been very high converting all the low lands near the depot into vast lake endangering the bridges at that place.
During the absence of Mr. Scheffler at Freeport last Sunday his little boys seven and nine years old thought it would be fine to go to Freeport and see him. They immediately set out on foot and trudged along the railroad for four miles when Mr. Biles met them and brought them back to town. Just at dark the youngest boy was missed and search being made could not be found. An alarm was raised about 11: o clock p.m. when citizens turned out to hunt the lost boy. After the experience of the morning it was thought he might have started again to find his father and a hand car was at once started toward Freeport to overtake the little traveler. Eight miles from home they overtook the little fellow cane in hand making good time for Freeport. His mother was soon rejoiced to see her lost boy. Mr. Scheffler wishes to thank everyone for their kindness in searching for his little Georgie.
Mrs. Dr. Mastin went to Chicago last week for an extended visit.
Mrs. William Fliesher and daughter Sallie left Wednesday evening for Excelsior Springs Missouri where they will spend the winter. Miss Callie, who had been there fir sometime reports that she greatly benefited by the climate.
Reverend Gabel is the newly appointed minister at the M.E. church.
Mrs. R. M. Cook returned from Portland Wisconsin, this week after a two week visit.
Mrs. Terry of Iowa is a guest of August Montague.
Anthony Schauer has been ill for this week.
The funeral of old Mrs. Spengler was held in St. Wendolin’s church on Monday morning, Reverend Father Beauter, officiating, the deceased was 83 years old, and was a widow. The remains were interred in the Catholic cemetery west of town.
John Leonard returned last Saturday from his southern trip well pleased with the south in general.
Mrs. A. Lutz is visiting her mother at Leaf River.
Shannon had a little excitement on Tuesday night, and a grand moonlight chase after the supposed fiend who robbed the Stockton store and then set fire to it. Messages received here to watch for the rascal kept Marshal Cook on the alert and as the freight pulled in at 2:30 he saw his man get off the and skip around the elevator south of the depot. Marshal Cook started to trail and called him to halt, but he louder he called the faster he went and Mr. Cook fired four shots after him. After chasing him two blocks two citizens joined in the chase and he disappeared near the Catholic Church as completely as if the earth swallowed him. A thorough search failed to too find him and as far as Shannon is concerned he is still at large.
The funeral of Mrs. Dugard was held Tuesday forenoon at 10 o’clock at her home on Main Street and the remains laid to rest in the Spring Valley cemetery by the side of her husband who preceded her, a number of years ago.
The funeral of Mrs. Oscar Moll was held Monday afternoon at 1 o’clock. Mrs. H. Adkins and little granddaughter visited friends in Lanark Friday.
A number of Shannonites attended the old settler’s picnic at Lanark Thursday.
Miss. Verona Mack went to Byron Friday morning for a weeks visit before returning to her home in Rockford.
D.L. Humbert visited his son Etter at Chadwick several days last week.
A large number of our citizens had pressing business in Freeport Saturday and took in Buffalo Bill’s Wild West show thus combining their business with pleasure.
Mrs. C.F. Truckenmiller is very ill at the home of her mother with no hope of recovery.
Editor Baunf is still in critical condition.
Miss Bessie Machamer is home from Millgedville.
Fred Hicks principal of the Fairfax Iowa School was guest of Shannon friends one day last week. Mr. Hicks was formally a Shannon boy.
A number of Grand Army of the Republic and Women’s Relief Corps of this place will attend the national encampment at St. Paul next week.
The Shannon Band is engaged to play at the country fair and a large delegation of our citizens will accompany them.
J. Frank Barnes house on the west side is nearing completion. The plasterers are at work.
Miss Delia Truckenmiller of Bolton is with her mother here having put off school for another week.
Al Babb has sold his stock of goods to Mrs. J. M. Baum and the Racket store will in the future be conducted by the lady.
John Shelley left for Elgin Tuesday where he secured through W.S. Cowan a good position at the asylum. Several young men have secured good positions through Mr. Cowan and will leave soon for their post. Their many friends wish them success.
Mrs. J.M. Baum has moved her household goods to her father’s house and her house will be occupied by Samuel Zelbach and family.
The Sir Knights and Daughters of the Globe held a social meeting Friday night and had a good program.
Lanark News: Speeding in the Streets and a new Telephone Exchange.
The city counsel last week granted two franchises for a local telephone exchange one to Dr. S. Oren and one to Frank Zinnel of Chadwick. .When they are put on people in Lanark will have an opportunity to talk to their hearts content.
Mrs. Ashmore left for Elizabeth, where she will reside in the future.
Miss Bessie Machamer returned Saturday from a two week visit at DeKalb, Ill.
Miss Susie Dille will leave for her home in Indiana Thursday morning to remain during the winter.
Mrs. George Whitmore went to Canton, S.D. , Friday evening , having been called there by the serious illness of her brother’s wife.
D.A. Hoy’s home has been brightened by the arrival of a little daughter.
Mrs. William Shaper and daughter of Clemme, Iowa , and Mrs. Joseph Bistline and children of Iowa, arrived Tuesday for a visit with their parents Mr. and Mrs. A. Diehl.
A union temperance service was held at the Bethel church Sunday evening.
The R.N. A.’s enjoyed a social at their hall last Thursday evening.
Benjamin Brenner, a former resident of Shannon, but for the past two-years has made his home at the county house, died Sunday evening and the remains were brought to Shannon Monday evening. The funeral was held Tuesday morning at 0930 at the Bethel Church, rev. Shultz officiating.
Little Vere Cheesman had the misfortune to cut the end of off his finger while playing.
Miss Bessie Machamer returned Saturday from a two week visit at DeKalb, Ill.
Miss Susie Dille will leave for her home in Indiana Thursday morning to remain during the winter.
Mrs. George Whitmore went to Canton, S.D. , Friday evening , having been called there by the serious illness of her brother’s wife.
D.A. Hoy's home has been brightened by the arrival of a little daughter.
Mrs. William Shaper and daughter of Clemme, Iowa , and Mrs. Joseph Bistline and children of Iowa, arrived Tuesday for a visit with their parents Mr. and Mrs. A. Diehl.
A union temperance service was held at the Bethel church Sunday evening.
The R.N. A.'s enjoyed a social at their hall last Thursday evening.
Benjamin Brenner, a former resident of Shannon, but for the past two-years has made his home at the county house, died Sunday evening and the remains were brought to Shannon Monday evening. The funeral was held Tuesday morning at 0930 at the Bethel Church, rev. Shultz officiating.
Little Vere Cheesman had the misfortune to cut the end of off his finger while playing.
John Bowers drove to Mt. Carroll Sunday
The Carroll County Herald 08 June 1876 - Contributed by John Sharp
As Mr. V. Whistler who is in the employ of Peter Speenburg, butcher was returning from a peddling tour on last Thursday morning, and when near the residence of Mrs. Coffman one mile south of Shannon he was taken by an epileptic fit, falling from the wagon, leaving the team without a driver. The horses soon became aware of their liberty and started to run for home. They were stopped when almost to the livery stable by Wm. Bently not however until the wagon was badly demolished. The horse escaped without injury. Mr. Whistler received some slight scratches in the fall from the wagon, but as he was insensible at the time he knows nothing of their origin. The horse were very spirited which fact being taken into consideration the result was fortunate.
The Shannon Express 27 July 1876 - Contributed by John Sharp
The Carroll County Herald 13 July 1877 - Contributed by John Sharp
Farmers busy, school-master at rest, - merchants hopeful and the foreign war in full blast.
The Shannon Express 23 August 1881 - Contributed by John Sharp
Freeport Daily Democrat 04 Oct 1895 (Contributed by John Sharp)
The gypsies camped just outside of town were given their walking papers this week. One of them told too many fortunes. A man living in the country had his fortune told and brooded over it till his wife complained to the village board and as a consequence the gypsies were dispersed.
Freeport Daily Democrat 27 August 1896 (Contributed by John Sharp)
The Freeport Daily Democrat - April 8, 1897(Contributed by John Sharp)
Bishop Dubs of Chicago preached at the Bethel church morning and evening to large audience.
Editor Boyle was in Freeport Saturday.
Miss M. Lena Morrow will occupy the pulpit of the Bethel church Sunday morning and evening.
H.D. Dennis of Rockford is renewing old acquaintances in Shannon this week.
>Mr. and Mrs. J. Frank Barnes were the guests of Freeport friends Sunday.
Mr. Snavely is improving his property on the west side of the city.
John Connor of Chicago is here visiting old friends.
J. Hall the Milwaukee insurance agent was here last week on business.
Mrs. William Sheilds has returned to her home in Wheaton.
Reverend Gable and family are home from Hanover.
The votes for the township election were,
Supervisor: George T. Sherwood, D, 175. Jeremiah J. Glasser, 89
Clerk: F.E.Wicke D, 76 John H. Prutzmer R, 187
Assessor: John Reche D, 140 Calvin Helder R. 122
Collector: Anthony Daniels D. 103; Albert A. Lutz R, 158
Commissioner: Herman Nesemeier D. 96 Daniel B. Shore R. 168
Justices: Jethro Mastin D 179 Nathaniel H. Straw D 128; Jacob Fry R 97 Amos Yordy R. 87 Michael Redington D. 140 George Metzker D 86 George W. Whitmore R. 176 George H.P. Ewing R. 103
Shannon Express July 5,1898 (Contributed by John Sharp)
Last week was noted for the heat, wind and dust, and an exciting legal squabble between the city and J. Gordon, charged with fast driving on the streets contrary to the city ordinances. The case was called Wednesday in Judge Rose's court and a jury with difficulty was secured. Middlekauff prosecuted and Alteman defended. The jury disagreed, and a new trial was held Friday and another jury was secured. The defense had Renner for additional counsel. The witnesses did not agree, some thought the driving very fast some thought equally as positive that the driving was quite moderate; even the mayor of Lanark who stood within a few rods of where the teams passed at the time did not see them, or so he stated on the stand. On the whole the evidence showed the old adage is true that - "At times some men can swallow a camel with ease but at other times will strain on a gnat." Mr. Gordon was found not guilty.
Freeport Bulletin 11 November 1902 (Contributed by John Sharp)
Freeport Daily Democrat 14 November 1902 (Contributed by John Sharp)
Nov.11 - Mrs. Ashmore left for Elizabeth, where she will reside in the future.
Lanark Gazette - 8 August 1906 Contributed by John Sharp
J. Miller Sundayed in Freeport
George Strauser the horse buyer was here Monday.
Miss Mamie Kraker was a Lanark visitor Monday.
Mrs. B. F. Shiley was at Lanark Friday
Mrs. George Plock and family are visiting relatives in Chadwick.
Mayor George Whitmore was transacting business in Freeport Monday
Bud Spodz , wife and little boy Sundayed with Shannon relatives,
Joe Warner was in Mount Carroll Monday and reported the defeated candidate was well but not happy.
H. L. Kuter and wife went to Aurora Monday to be gone two weeks.
Mrs. Ed S.Barnes and children of Mt. Carroll came to Shannon Tuesday for a short visit.
Miss Madge Brown returned to her Rockford home Monday after a two week visit with Nina Blue.
William Reddington and wife of Chicago are here renewing old acquaintances and enjoying the summer vacation.
Arch Byers who holds a position at Forreston was over to vote Saturday.
Ed Reddington, wife and son Leo Sundayed with relatives and friends at Rockford.
For the first time in history the Shannon saloons were hermetically sealed on Election Day, Saturday.
Mr. Alfred Whitacre who had been at the “Old Soldiers Home “ is here for a short visit.
Dr. Young’s wife and little son have returned from Genesco after a two week vacation.
Mt. Carroll came up last Thursday with full intention of showing our boys how to play ball, but instead it was vice versa 5 to 8 in favor of Shannon.
James Boyd came home from Chicago., Friday evening to vote . He returned Saturday morning.
Mr. Speilman and Mr. Boyle drove to Freeport Sunday returning with their wives who had been to Ridout the past week visiting.
Lanark Gazette - 1 March 1908 Contributed by John Sharp
City election was held last Tuesday and the following elected alderman: F. W. Eby, F. Stevens, and Ed. Thavior. Grover Reddington was elected city clerk. The above is a through and through Democratic ticket and a local option ticket, and had as opponents a local ticket , and up to the present writing it has been “ wet” having “ rained” ever since . Evidently Shannon and Shannon Township does not believe in the local option as both contests went wet.
Miss Barrnett was a Freeport caller Saturday.
A.J. Miller of Pecatonica, was here Friday.
Charles Dillie was a Lanark caller last Thursday.
Barney Passage of Beloit is visiting his mother.
Horner Rubendoll has leased the Grill farm for next summer.
Tom Knorr served as U.S. Juror in Freeport last week.
J.W. Squires of Savanna was in town Saturday.
Mrs. Bell Bisline was in Mt. Carroll on Monday.
Clyde Boyle and family of Lanark, Sundayed in Shannon.
Amos Yordy was a Freeport visitor Saturday.
J.K. Sweitzer of Lanark was a Saturday caller.
Henry Otto of Florence was a caller on Friday.
Miss Jennie Booth is reported on the sick list.
Mrs. F. Booth and daughter Edith were in Lanark, Saturday.
Allie Coonrod has recovered from a severe illness of two weeks duration.
Hon. Ed. Burt attended Masonic doings in Freeport, Thursday.
W.S. Cowen and C. M. Healy of Chicago, Sundayed with their friends.
Dr. Miller was at Lanark, Wednesday with his automobile.
Arthur Chitty and wife of Freeport are spending a week with relatives here.
Dr. Staley of Freeport drove through here Sunday on the way to Mount Carroll.
Aunty Babb who has been critically ill in the past ten days is reported better.
Howard Crabtree, John Albright and William Whitmore have purchased new automobiles.
Miss Verna Mooney spent Sunday in Forreston visiting friends.
Miss Sarah Reddington a trained nurse was called to Lanark , Thursday to care for grandpa Finifrock.
Ross Dyer of Byron was here Thursday and we hear he has leased a business place to conduct a saloon.
Byers Brothers purchased a livery barn in Milledgeville and have taken possession of the same having moved their families Monday.
Dixon Evening Telegraph 11 January 1945
Miss Arlene Karkz, 18, died today of burns suffered yesterday in an explosion and fire in her home in nearby Shannon. Alone in the house, she evidently had attempted to revive a fire in the kitchen stove by pouring kerosene on it. She telephoned a doctor then smothered flames in her clothing by rolling in the snow.
Dixon Evening Telegraph 18 March 1945
(Ogle County Courthouse) Letters of administration have been granted to Pearl Miller and Ruth Kampen in the estate of George Martin who died June 26, 1940 at Shannon. His real estate is valued at $45,000 and personal property is valued at $1900. The petition lists as his heirs, his widow, Minnie Martin, and Pearl Miller and Ruth Kampen, his daughters. The first Monday in May is set for claim day. Attorneys for the estate are Hunter & Hunter of Freeport.
Dixon Evening Telegraph 05 July1945
Mrs. Joe Winters of Lanark and Mr. and Mrs Theron Winters of Shannon were weekend guests in the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Phipps (Steward IL).
